2004-2007 Cadillac CTS-V Performance Mods Discussion, Have Headers? Brake Line Precautions in Cadillac CTS-V Series Forum - 2004 - 2007; For those of you with headers;
Relocate your brake lines, with a bit of bending.
Wrap with new heat protection.
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Re: Have Headers? Brake Line Precautions

you know, im not sure of you guys have done the headers yourself, but ive had mine on without one single problem. now, thats not saying im not going to look due to this thread but im just wondering how so many people have problems with headers. are most of you guys daily drivers? and what kind of headers do you have, although i doubt that even matters?

Re: Have Headers? Brake Line Precautions

I never had a problem either.
I think I avoided one though.
That factory heat sock masks any toasting of your brake lines.

I was reluctant to cut off the heat sock, but I am glad I did.
I would have never known what dammage was hiding underneath.
My car has only been street driven and not even that hard (believe it or not).

All headers I have seen touch the heat sock.
Add in engine movement and brake line to header contact is possible.
Those new UUC mounts will help there.

I poped the lines out of their retainers to make bending easier.
I was able to put them back in their retainers after.
Now there is lots of clearance between the lines and headers.

If any one is interested I can email them more pics to show how the bending was done.

Re: Have Headers? Brake Line Precautions

Originally Posted by PISNUOFF

I have B&B headers and an LS2. My lines aren't any where near as close as yours are.

Got pics?
I have B&B pics, but don't want to post w/o the car owners permission.

Also, I'm not looking to bash header manufacturers.
The V engine compartment is is tight, headers are hot and precautions should be taken.
If you notice air when bleeding your rear brakes, that could be a sign these lines are getting too hot.

Funny thing is 2 shops saw my car and said not to worry.
Maybe I they were right.

Re: Have Headers? Brake Line Precautions

i have kooks headers, anyone had a problem with thier kooks?. i do not have 3,000 miles on them yet, maybe 1000. i have been on 300 mile road trips though, not sure if the heat prolonged makes a difference.